Snowmaker - Winter Season

Winter Park Resort • Winter Park, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Snowmaker Role will follow all Winter Park policies and procedures, all applicable laws (federal, state, and local), and all health and sanitation codes. This position requires the flexibility and willingness to accept new responsibilities and potentially transfer others. It will also be the responsibility of any employee of Winter Park Resort to be a positive influence on the transformation of the resort and its associated lines of business.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Possess a valid, non-restricted motor vehicle license.
• Able to work irregular hours and to maintain a high level of caution and common sense while performing duties
• Have reliable transportation to work

Nice To Haves

• Experience in understanding the mechanics of snow movement and snowmaking systems is desirable.
• Experience as snowmaker/skiing trail crew desirable.
• Flexibility with all snowmaking shifts.
• Skiing/snowboarding ability desired
• First aid desirable

Responsibilities

• Pre-operation checkout and fueling of snowmobile.
• Show up for work in good condition.
• Receive instructions for shift from Supervisor/Controller.
• Preform basic grooming functions from Controller/Lead/Supervisor.
• Perform required work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Secure work site in a reasonably safe manner, (i.e. hoses aligned properly, snowmobiles parked, snow guns placed safely and efficiently)
• Inform Supervisor/Lead of scheduled jobs not completed.
• Inform mechanics of necessary repairs and/or service needed on snowmobiles.
• Maintain accurate up-to-date logs on equipment used.
• Maintain a friendly, congenial, and helpful attitude while effectively dealing with guests, mechanics, and other employees.
• Practices safe methods for snowmobile, snow gun, and hydrant and pump house functions.
• Report and correct, if possible, unsafe conditions regarding equipment and area of work, or elsewhere on the area including pump houses, snowmobiles, and snowmaking sections throughout the resort.
• Housekeeping of assigned work/shop/equipment area.
• Perform other duties as directed.
• Accurately recorded time swipes, hand written time cards, machine write ups, and water read outs.
• Must be able to maintain a sustainable heath standard in fast changing altitudes and workloads.

Benefits

• Free season pass to Winter Park and all Alterra Resorts
• Discounted friends & family tickets
• Medical, dental, vision, life, paid parental leave and more for eligible employees
• 401(k) plan with 100% company match - up to 4%
• Mental health resources for all employees
• Food & beverage and retail discounts
• Onsite employee childcare based on availability
• Discounted equipment rentals, pro-deals, and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED